TITLE:
Complications Associated with Autologous Fat Transfer: Case Report and Literature Review
AUTHORS:
Bryan Armando Morales Eslava, Carlos Emiliano García Cordova, Antoine Arturo Lagunes Gasca
KEYWORDS:
Breast, Breast Reconstruction, Breast Surgery, Autologous Fat Transfer, Intramammary Abscess
JOURNAL NAME:
Modern Plastic Surgery,
Vol.14 No.1,
January
12,
2024
ABSTRACT: Undoubtedly, since its appearance, the interest and use of autologous fat transfer (AFT) as a breast reconstruction technique have been increasing, becoming one of the main surgical alternatives for aesthetic breast augmentation. This increase in its popularity has led to the development of new technologies to increase its efficacy and safety, however, it has inherently implied the inadequate use of this procedure, mainly when performed by unqualified medical personnel. We present the case of a patient with complications following a breast AFT for aesthetic purposes, performed by a general practitioner without a specialty in plastic and reconstructive surgery.